Welcome to the Shire of Goomalling website

Restricted Burning Period now commenced

Please be advised that due to the change in weather conditions the Restricted Burning Periodfor the Shire of Goomalling has commenced on 5 March 2019 and runs to 29 March (inclusive), to be reviewed on that date.

Burning Permits for broadacre crop preparation can be obtained from the Shire Office or from the Chief Bush Fire Officer Lindsay White. Please note the additional condition on burning permits for cereal dumps not to be lit between 6.00pm on Thursdays and 12.00am Mondays.

The Shire of Goomalling also wishes to remind that permit holders must comply with all conditions of the permit - this includes notification to DFES prior to lighting and prior notification to neighbouring landholders as required under Regulation 15B of the Bush Fires Act.

Council's quarterly newsletter

The Autumn edition of our newsletter is now available, giving residents and ratepayers an insight into the recent changes and happenings at the Shire as well as an update on upcoming events and activities, and general information. If you wish to receive our newsletter either per email or per standard mail, please let us know via: eaceo@goomalling.wa.gov.au. Happy reading!

Shoot to scare

Please be advised that the ranger will be utilising a gas gun within the Goomalling townsite on an ad hoc nature throughout the months of February and March to scare the white Corellas who are hindering the oval regeneration.

Rental Tender - 2 bedroom units for 55+ years

Applications in writing are invited from eligible personal aged 55+, expressing interest for the rental of the following units:

Unit 1 / 36-38 Wollyam Street, Koomal Village, Goomalling

Unit 2 / 36-38 Wollyam Street, Koomal Village, Goomalling

Unit 4 / 36-38 Wollyam Street, Koomal Village, Goomalling

Rental is $300 p/week, which includes some gardening and maintenance. Copy of Tenancy Agreement is also available for perusal.

For more information or to apply for a unit please contact Property Management Officer Jo Bywaters at the Shire Office during office hours Monday – Friday 8.00 to 4.30 pm or email property@goomalling.wa.gov.au

Goomalling Food Collection Points

Did you know that people in Goomalling are struggling to feed their families due to escalating food prices, and a lack of transportation to access affordable food?

Shire of Goomalling will be collecting donations for distribution within the community for families in need.

Food list:

cruskits or rice cakes

two minute noodles

pasta

rice

long life milk

powdered milk

tea & coffee

tinned vegetables

tinned fish

tinned fruit

baked beans or tinned spaghetti

breakfast cereal

tinned soup

food treats (biscuits etc.)

Collection points:

Shire of Goomalling 32 Quinlan Street

WA Country Chemist 37 Railway Terrace

For more information or if you need urgent access to food please contact Tahnee Bird, Community Development Officer, Shire of Goomalling on (08) 9629 1101.

Let's help those in need!

drumMUSTER 21 March 2019

Farmer Bushfire Response Vehicle Identifier Stickers

Farm firefighting units form an important part of the Shire’s overall bushfire response. To assist authorities identify vehicles which can assist DFES in bushfire response, DFES and the Shire encourage owners of such vehicles or machinery to apply for a Fire Response Vehicle Identifier windscreen sticker. During bushfire events the Shire works with Police and Main Roads to manage or restrict traffic into affected areas. The presence of a Vehicle Identifier Sticker will help in quickly identifying vehicles and machinery which may be permitted on the fire ground. Eligible vehicles include farm firefighting appliances, bulk water trucks and earth moving machinery.

Application forms are available from the Shire Administration office or are downloadable here. Multiple stickers may be issued to persons with multiple suitable vehicles/equipment – one application form per vehicle is required. Owners must have read and understood the “Operating Private Equipment at Bushfires” publication and will make drivers of the vehicle familiar with this document.

WA shutterbug Georgina Steytler’s stunning picture of wasps playing in the Goomalling mud has won the prestigeous Wildlife Photographer of the Year award.
The shot shows industrious wasps, turning mud into balls to create egg chambers for their nests.

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking expressions of interest for casual employees. There is a wide range of paid temporary roles available, from supervisory to administrative or logistics roles. You can choose to work before, on or after election day or throughout the whole election period.